Concepts in Clinical Pharmacokinetics

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Concepts in Clinical Pharmacokinetics is an online course focusing on the fundamental principles of absorption, distribution, metabolism and elimination of drugs by the human body. The course also covers clinical application, including case studies of commonly dosed drugs.

The mathematical equations required for drug dosing can be intimidating. Concepts in Clinical Pharmacokinetics breaks the equations down to their simplest forms and uses a step-by-step approach to explain the "how to" of the discipline. This promotes a greater comprehension of the subject matter, allowing easier adaption of concepts to specific drug dosing situations.

Based on the bestselling textbook of the same title — Concepts in Clinical Pharmacokinetics, 6th Edition, presented by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists — the course is rich in multimedia elements that expand on the text and stimulate learning. The intense, independent, self-study course brings to life the realities and nuances of clinical pharmacokinetics. The course's clinical correlates will help you link fundamental kinetic models to specific applications. The clinical correlates highlight either a mathematical or clinical point, helping you avoid making simple mistakes. Technical Requirements: PC and MAC.

Option — Online Course for Pharmacy Schools *This non-credit, continuing education format is reserved for pharmacy schools requiring a distance-based kinetics course for their Pharm.D. program or an alternative remedial pharmacokinetics program option for matriculating undergraduate students. Please contact questions@georgiacenter.uga.edu or telephone +1-706-542-3537 for details on college of pharmacy enrollments!

Licensed pharmacists - In order to receive continuing pharmacy education credit, you must successfully complete all assignments and quizzes within the time frame specified in the course details, obtain the registration code, access the CE website, and complete the course evaluation. Credit will be awarded upon completion of the requirements; no partial credit will be given. All credit awarded to pharmacists licensed in the US will be reported through CPE Monitor and available on your profile at NABP.net. All others will earn University of Georgia CEUs.

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Textbooks Requirements:

Concepts in Clinical Pharmacokinetics, 6th Edition, William J. Spruill, William E. Wade, Joseph T. DiPiro, Robert A. Blouin, and Jane M. Pruemer (2014). ISBN: 978-1-58528-3873. The textbook provides an introduction to the basic principles of pharmacokinetics, covering topics such as relevant terminology, calculations, multiple and continuous drug administration, as well as biopharmaceutics. Inside you'll find an equation sheet that summarizes basic pharmacokinetic functions, along with necessary equations for selected drug doses. An easy-to-use cross-reference guide for quick, convenient comparisons has also been added.

The required textbook must be ordered separately from your course enrollment; you may use any textbook vendor to secure the textbook. Be sure to match the ISBN # when placing your order (ISBN: 978-1-58528-3873).

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The University of Georgia College of Pharmacy is approved by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as an approved provider of continuing pharmacy education.